MARCH Town United will kick-off the forthcoming Ridgeons First Division campaign against Suffolk Senior Cup holders Whitton United.

Whitton will offer a stern test in Brett Whaley’s first competitive game in charge of the Hares at the GER on August 13. The Greens finished second in the league last season but withdrew their application to the Premier Division due to ground requirements not being met.

March host Downham Town in a Boxing Day derby before facing the Saints again on Easter Monday.

Whaley’s side end their campaign at Halstead Town on April 21.